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How to build a positive classroom in the first 5 days of school

Tuesday, August 11, 2026Kim Harding, Van Andel Institute for EducationView original
The most important thing educators can do at the start of a new school year is build trust and create a positive classroom culture.There’s a wise quote that says, “Kids don’t care about your expectations until they know you care about them. Connection is the foundation everything else stands on.”
How to build a positive classroom in the first 5 days of school